As someone who's relatively athletic and explored many types of physical activity, Nicolette's class was an absolute challenge, in the best possible way! It was my first HYROX class, and her confident, clear guidance immediately put me at ease (I was nervous at first!), especially as she walked us through equipment I'd never used before. She created an energized, supportive environment that made it easy to connect with others, particularly when we broke into smaller groups. Nicolette strikes the perfect balance between being tough and supportive, encouraging you to trust your body while ensuring you feel safe throughout the class. I also appreciate the clean showers and that I could get a protein shake from their fridge on my way out, that goes a long way!! read more

HOLY BATMAN! This is an AWESOME gym. I'm only visiting, but I wished I had this back home. They literally have EVERYTHING. I do Olympic weightlifting as a sport and I'm really appreciative that they have a full set of platforms with a full set of Olympic barbel, mobility equipments, water filling stations, the whole-friggin-nine yard. I also really appreciate that you can sign up and access the gym 24/7 through an app on your phone. Unreal how accessible it is, and the price is quite affordable too! read more

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Before I review this gym I'd like to preface that this might be mostly my fault, because the photos here never showed any machines, but I came here on a day pass for 40$ which seems steep but it is New York City and manhattan so it makes sense. You have to purchase the pass on the app but their website site is very easy to navigate. When you walk in there's a big area to do whatever and then the locker rooms which I will say were amazing. Spacious and clean and had everything you can imagine, hair ties, blow dryer, spare razors and shampoo and conditioner. Big mirrors and nice clean showers. The main gym is located downstairs and it has kettlebells, an incline rack, and like 5 or more squat/bench racks and then space to deadlift. Theres also a few treadmills and a stationary bike, but there are no machines at all. Like no leg machines, no cable machines nothing. Not necessarily a bad thing, but if you're going on a day pass I would keep that in mind, this seems to be more of a CrossFit gym space read more

I signed up using classpass but you could tell most of the people here have memberships. The y7 studio is connected too so when you check in you gotta let them know you're here for solace. I think this class is for intermediate crossfit people- I had no idea what I was doing and couldn't complete the sets that we were told at each station lol There were multiple stations but the class I went to was overbooked so we had to switch during the cycling- it got confusing at times. There was cycling, rowing, burpees, squatting with weight, etc. You basically rotate around the stations for 3 rounds. By the 3rd round I was dying...people were squatting with 45lbs easily (guys and girls)- I'm out here looking for 10lb but the lightest was still 15lb ..got me dying lol The space to do the workout was kinda small just fyi. Coach was pretty encouraging. If you know what you're doing in crossfit then this the class for you- people had 6 packs etc. I had no packs... I gave it 4 stars bc I think if you were into crossfit this is prob a good workout. If you're a beginner this prob isn't the place- not much direction. Place is super clean!-there are lockers and showers in the back - very spacious. read more

Awesome place to workout at! I was in New York for 3 days, and bought one week pass for $80. Equipments and whole facility is well organized and clean. Totally recommend CrossFiter or weight lifter looking for a place to do their own workout while in New York read more

Where to begin? The place is like a mecca when you walk in, with its padded floors, and astroturf that makes it almost feels like you are outside throughout, its like a spa, but also a cross fit gym.....such a dichotomy. The front desk staff were nice enough, i mean no where near as friendly as most other boutique studios, but this place def has a different feel, from the instructors to the vibe- it's got attitude. Not always my style, but I wouldn't complain about that as everything else made up for it, and once you got past the facade.....it's a gym people. I took 45 minute sculpt with Nina and it was tough. I don't know if it was b/c I had just had a long 2 week vacation, or because it was non stop sculpting, or because it really was different than most other classes, but even though I was screaming bloody murder in my head throughout, I have a smile on my face now (even though I am finding it hard to lift my fork to my mouth to eat lunch). The class consisted of a a lot of plank variations, gliders, which I had never done and do not particularly like (it is what it is), and a ton of arm work with 3 pound weights. It doesn't sound heavy at all but when you do arm work with these glider exercises for 25 minutes (guessing), both sides, it was a lot! The room was clean and had nice wood floors (no carpet Thank God- sick of that grossness), and new mats (literally out of the plastic). The music was awesome, Nina had fantastic energy, a totally unique routine, was not annoyingly cheery or peppy. All the instructors here seem to have a NY edge to them....but she was really nice, so I will def be back for her class. Only thing that stood out as odd was while I was waiting for class, this guy made like 15 trips to the storage room ( in the sculpt room) to drop off/store boxes/packages. Maybe he should have waited until after class or had done it earlier? If that is my only complaint, then they have a really special spot. From the locker room (huge, beautiful, luxurious) to the space (padded floors, modern, spacious) they really went all out. The cross fit aspect does intimidate me though- the men instructors are all jacked- I hope I work up the nerve to try a class. read more

Solace - Gorgeous locker room - Gyms Near Me - New York, New York

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Solace offers a variety of classes - CrossFit, HIIT, body building/strength, and gymnastics, so there is something for everyone and classes start as early at 5:30 a.m and end as late as 9:00 p.m. I've only worked with two coaches and both left a lot to be desired. For a box that prides itself on the quality of coaches, I expected more attention to my form especially because I was new to CrossFit at the time. One of the coaches watched me doing something incorrectly and didn't correct me, instead another guy in my class helped me out and gave me tips. I took classes through Classpass and did the CrossFit Foundations program since they were running a free trial but didn't sign up for a membership because the cost of membership is very expensive and hard to justify based on the amenities. The cheapest membership option is $299 billed monthly as part of a 6 month commitment. At $299 I expect a state of the art, modern locker room and top notch amenities, but that is not the case. The lockers are oddly shaped and it's hard to fit all of your stuff in one locker, so you end up using two. Not only do the shower stalls need a good scrub down, they need to be renovated. The sink area doesn't have any of the essentials you'd find at an actual high end gym such as q-tips, shaving cream, face wash, razors, hair spray, etc. Amenities in the locker room are subpar at best. At $299/month I'd expect the best of the best. read more

Great box to drop into if you are comfortable doing your own wod. All the equipment you need. There were a fair number of people, but it never seemed crowded. Will visit again for sure. read more

The specialized "cycles" are really what sets this gym apart. You get own bespoke weight and rep schemes for an 8 week (in the case of strength cycle) period. Even though it's a small class, you get incredibly specific feedback on form. No ugly lifts allowed. Period. It's just like having a personal trainer, but Hayden and his team are better than any personal trainer you'll find. Every single class feeds off the work in the previous class. What you lift Friday is based on your performance on Monday and Wednesday, all individually tailed from your coach. (As opposed to say an oly wod where you snatch one day and front squat the next, and tracking and weight/rep adjustment is mostly on you). If you want to get measurably stronger with professionals guiding you *specifically* every step of the way with constant personalized feedback, this is the quickest way to do it. The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, helpful, and each very personally accomplished in fitness. (Shoutout to Danielle and Ryan -- thanks so much!) read more

This is hands down one of the best gyms I've been to in NYC. O V E R A L L The location is beautiful. The coaches are great. There are classes almost every hour and there are tons of amenities. If you need to hit a quick CrossFit class here and then shower and go, they have an incredible bathroom set up (showers, changing rooms, blow driers, full-length mirrors, etc.) It's super legit Their equipment is also top notch, clean and in great working condition. You can tell that the members also care a lot about their facility and work hard to keep everything up. Every piece of gear has a place and it's an OCD person's dream. The coaches are wonderful. I cannot recommend them enough. GO HERE WHEN IN NYC! read more

Definitely the best gym in the Kips Bay / Flatiron area! Has all the equipment and amenities you could want including lockers (with locks!) and towels, plenty of floor and rack space for workouts, and super helpful / responsive staff. Hours are also really great relative to other gyms and it's super easy to get in anytime using the app. read more

I used to be a loyal member here for TWO years and used to rave about Solace New York. I have brought countless drop ins and have convinced many of my friends to join since I loved the community (it used to have). When the founders of the gym initially started this box, there was a huge emphasis on community and there was actual customer service. Since their new management took over, there's been a huge lack thereof customer service, amenities, and professionalism. One weekend I left town and their app wasn't working so I had no way of cancelling or opting out of classes and was hit with a late fee. I e-mailed to see if I could get refunded for this and they made it a bigger deal than it had to be. You would think that they would be slightly accommodating to a loyal customer of 2 years who's spent over $6,888 in membership fees but nope! For me this was the breaking point of why I wanted to put my membership on hold until I found a new studio that piqued my interest. (I've also had multiple items stolen in their facilities. When notifying their staff of this, I was told that they couldn't do anything unless I kept it in a paid locked locker. Note: I did and PAID over $30/month for it and go figure, NOTHING happened). Before I paused my membership, I dropped into a new box, Neo Fifth, that's not too far from there and was immediately given the e-mail below (see attached. Not only that, but I was given snarky remarks by one of the trainers there about what's better and what's not. To be completely honest, I understood the trainer's frustration because gyms in NY are very competitive; however, I am a consumer coming whose profession is a consumer focused industry and his behavior was completely unprofessional. Do you think Equinox trash talks Crunch or Planet Fitness on status quo? No... If you're the best, your work will speak for itself. While I was a member here, I did enjoy the culture and programming at Solace but what was disappointing is their customer service. To know that a "customer service representative" of theirs could care less about a member who's been there for 2 years out of the 3 years it's been opened says a lot about their management and professionalism. Even when I tried contacting their GM, Bryan, about the level of unprofessionalism I experienced, he forwarded my email to his wife and their "customer service" member, Hannah, who evidently doesn't care about retention rates. The retention of their coaches is a bit off-putting too since half of the original and experienced coaches that started there are no longer there (disheartening really). Pros: - The people that go there are sweet, they're kind, and are motivating. The people I've met the last two years are some of my very good friends. - Crossfit programming - Olympic Weightlifting Cycle It's their management that's not up to par. If you actually care about where your money goes and how you're treated as a client, I'd go elsewhere. read more

Solace - If you're wondering how they treat customers who have spent close to $7K in membership fees, here you go! - Gyms Near Me - New York, New York

I am an owner of a CrossFit gym myself in Reno Nevada, called Double Edge CrossFit, so dropping in at other gyms I get a little nervous. This place blew me away. The facility is top notch and has great equipment! The staff was very helpful and friendly right when you walk in. I was greeted by the owner Jim and you could tell right away he genuinely cared and took his time to give us a tour of the facility. We take great pride in our showers and bathrooms at Double Edge. It was so nice to see another CrossFit facility take the same pride in theirs. Their showers are awesome! They also have towels which is a huge plus. Jim was our coach for the 1pm class we attended and did a great job. The class was well organized and structured great for the beginner and the advanced to be able to workout together. My wife is pregnant and she was able to get a great workout and felt comfortable, while I was able to go a little heavier and harder and still fit right in with the group. Again, I am pretty critical of other CrossFit gyms, because I am in the business. Anyone who is thinking about CrossFit in the NYC area should give Solace a try. Can't wait to come come back! read more

Solace - Pic after dropping into class today. - Gyms Near Me - New York, New York

I took a yoga class here because I walked past and was like, dang, it looks so pretty! I wonder if they take Classpass! (They do!) Such a sucker, I know :) It is actually a very beautiful space with a wood theme everywhere and their locker rooms are really spacious and comfortable. I did enjoy the yoga class too - it was a bit more intense than your normal yoga class. They also provide teal Jade Yoga mats which are always nice or you can bring your own. Random aside, the coconut water is $5.50 and the women's locker room sign is an upside down M! read more

I just joined Solace for a 3-month membership. Before this I started out with Pure Barre last year and then most recently CityRow (which I still love) but hadn't been losing weight. I did some research and Crossfit seems to be a good program to get int shape and I want to set better health habits without getting injured or joining a scary cult. Overall verdict: I feel really motivated to keep coming back, love the Body class alternative (HIIT type bootcamp) to Crossfit WOD. My first Body class made burpee warmup more bearable with the song 'Roxanne'. Pros: -as all the Yelp reviews say the space is gorgeous especially the spacious locker room which has several showers, blowdriers, easy self locking lockers, plentiful towels, shampoo/conditioner/body wash. -friendly approachable new member process. I got a free trial intro class (ended up being just me and a great coach Jim) which was a combo of tour/chill philosophy intro/ 15 min workout. I was pretty set on joining beforehand but it was nice to do this part first to make sure there was nothing sketch. -Tons of classes from early morning to about 730/8pm at night. -yoga and barre type classes included in unlimited membership -fun icebreakers with most classes so the super fit people around you aren't as intimidating. -generally welcoming nice people everywhere. Just enough personal attention but also letting you practice on your own. Cons: -for the totally ignorant barbell lifter I found the 3 hour foundations class a little too long and the details all blurred together. I'm still trying to catch up with unfamiliar lift names etc for my first few Crossfit classes. -no facewash in the locker room. With all the luxuries in there some face wipes or bottles of Neutrogena by the sinks would be great. -not a lot of mirrors near the lanes downstairs. I'm used to checking my form matches what instructors do I guess. Not a huge deal. -bootcamp pop music is still easy to hear during yoga in the studio. -more fun themed music would be cool. Classic rock, country, 70s/80s/90s/00s? -$$$$ read more

Solace - Back of first floor workout space and doors to locker room. - Gyms Near Me - New York, New York

This review is for the Solace Body class which I've taken with Kenny a few times (via Classpass). The class itself is a solid workout where you will definitely sweat and your heartrate will go up up up. Kenny is entertaining as well cracking jokes/making fun of us (with no offense) but also inspiring the group and showing proper technique. The class size is fair (usually from 12-18) and class exercises have been different every time I've been there incorporating rowing, the assault bike, pull ups, V ups, ball tosses, steps up, walk up pushups - all under some type of tabata count. Music is good too ranging from hiphop to classic rock. Best description is that Kenny's Body class is organized chaos (moving station to station) but it works. I recommend the Body class at Solace. Good instructors. High end equipment. Locker rooms are clean as well. read more

Solace's biggest problem is how often they close down. Any weekend near a holiday, any time they host an event (4 times + a month). I've even seen them close for rain. They really like the "charge people for a full month" business model but keep the doors open as little as possible during that month. read more

Dropped in for the 0800 saturday morning crossfit class. Large facility friendly staff. Lots of retail product on hand. Amir is a solid coach. Plenty of space. read more

I stumbled into Solace last December and have not been to another gym in NY ever since. The members, coaches and staff embody the concept of community. For the first few classes to today, there's always someone willing to help you improve and that help translates into positive energy and an enjoyable workout. The caliber and personality of the coaches is top notch. They are always paying attention to you in class, making sure that you are doing the movements correctly and challenging you. In fact, I often see them testing out their own programming - doing the workouts themselves - before class. They get to know the members, and even more importantly, what their strengths and weaknesses are. All of the coaches have put in extra time to help me achieve my goals. They put in the time before/after class or even in open gym when they see me there. Separately, any time I have a question, want to bring a friend from out of town, etc. the customer service is always helpful and prompt. I always have a positive experience with management and the team working behind the scenes in the office. I am in significantly better shape today than I was when I joined. Finally, and more importantly, I feel better - physically and mentally and have made friends along the way. read more

I've taken the Body class a dozen or so times, with a handful of different instructors, and while I really like the class setup and the facilities are great, the coaching is really off-base. I don't normally write reviews for fitness classes but am doing this as a PSA because I was injured in this class and was really disappointed with how Solace handled it (or rather, didn't). I rolled my ankle, which can happen anywhere and isn't the studio's fault, but the teacher told me that I was "just scared," "was fine," and "should finish the class," without even looking at my ankle. Turned out it was a sprain and finishing the class made it worse. A different instructor also once mocked my friend for not using a heavier Kettlebell for her deadlifts. So my friend went over and grabbed a heavier one, and then threw out her back (her form was on point). The instructor then, again, blew off her injury, while my friend had to take a week off from working out and was in a lot of pain. Both of us work out 5-6 days a week and didn't have prior injuries. These classes are good if you need little instruction or motivation from your coach, but definitely listen to your body and don't let the indifferent and/or arrogant teachers push you past your body's limit. read more

Extremely receptive to my feedback. The team at Solace followed up with me to address the issues I had. They were gracious to provide the proper training and get me kick-started into crossfit fitness lifestyle. Amanda K. who provided coaching and also leads classes is an amazing an attentive coach who is empathetic and great at making sure her trainies or class attendies are in synch with the exercise and properly psyched with great instruction and music selection! read more

I took my first Solace Body class and it was a mixed bag. When I arrived I was surprised that there was no overview or walk-through of a facilities since it was my first time. No wanting to make a big deal I jumped into class. I didn't have a real intro from the instructor at any point after I came in, admittedly, about a minute after the class started. The instructor did a good job explaining the work-out but help with any corrections. My paired partner and I were both new to the class and felt a bit lost at times on correct form or if there was a better way complete the excercise. I wasn't totally turned off by the experience and would like to try some of the additional classes offered. As everyone said the locker room facilities are fantastic, everything you can think of to get ready before work in the morning. Great products, I didn't have to wait to shower, and in addition to just hair dryers the studio provided curling irons and flat irons which I've never seen before. read more

The first time I went I remember it being more challenging. I think it's 45 minutes so if you need something quick it's good. Don't give you much direction at first. Clean facility towels are included read more

I joined Crossfit Solace as a founding member before they even opened their doors. I was already a crossfitter but was considering a change as I desperately missed yoga but couldn't find an easy way to fit it all in. Then Crossfit Solace came into my life :) Being a member for almost a year now, I feel very qualified to speak to the coaches, community, staff, and facility. Coming from a larger box, I learned the basics of crossfit but never felt that sense of community you always heard about. Crossfit Solace is truly something special, everyone is beyond welcoming and friendly and you will form friends for life here. It is great to have a solid group sharing the same lifestyle values. The coaching staff has helped me improve on so many levels. Diet, lifts, strength and I have a kick ass time no matter who the coach is and how dreadful the workout. The classes are capped at 15, with plenty of times to choose from. Some reviews mention the attention from the coaching staff and getting hurt....you will NOT get hurt at Crossfit Solace unless you are being a total bro and trying to lift a shit ton of weight you have no business doing. The coaches will certainly call you out on this but ultimately, be responsible. Scale the weight and know your body and limits. Same with any sport. Duh. The coaches are Solace are truly some the best, where else have you even heard of training with a Level 4 coach? Not only are the crossfit classes and community great, there are new bootcamp style classes and daily yoga to choose from to balance your fitness routine. After working out at Crossfit Solace, I will work out nowhere else. It is the best. I fear the day I leave the city and have to leave this box. It's a true fit fam community. read more

This review is for Coach Lulu and her phenomenal Body class programming. Every class is thoughtfully designed to hit a variety of strength and conditioning exercises and she keeps the format interesting and different every week so you never get bored. She's amazing at offering modifications for every movement from the beginning of class so no one feels intimidated or that they can't complete the program successfully. She also won't let ANYONE slack off so you're guaranteed to get your ass kicked every time. I do Tone House and CrossFit regularly and Lulus class is my favorite workout I do all week. I wish she taught more crossfit classes and/or could be involved in the programming downstairs too, she'd be amazing at it. I've had many many coaches throughout the years and just wanted to recognize how amazing and creative she is and how grateful I am that she's on the solace team! read more

I've been doing CrossFit since 2009 and visited many gyms and I have to say I'm quite impressed by Solace. Prior to moving to NYC I dropped in for classes a few times and decided to join once I moved here. I love that they offer a variety of classes instead of strictly CrossFit as it allows me to add variety to my workout routine and it creates variety among the members. Although I typically do CrossFit classes I try to do at least one Sculpt and one Body class each week. Body classes are a high intensity interval style class that is great for cardio and weight training. My favorite body teacher is Brandon. I also like Kenny's body class because he makes it really fun and brings a lot of energy to motivate you. As for Sculpt it is in the small yoga room (which they also offer, though I have not tried it) and incorporates mini-band work to target the booty and legs, small kettlebells, light dumbells, floor exercises, and core work. This class is not to be taken lightly, it's extremely challenging in different ways than the Body and CrossFit classes because it's targeting all those small muscles to help "Sculpt," duh. I've only taken Christina's class and it's always been a great workout with good music and upbeat - it only helps that she's a sweetheart. Finally, CrossFit, the programming and stacking of classes are top notch. Solace has figured out how to really utilize the entire hour even if the WOD is only 10 minutes. However, if you are looking for a super competitive gym this is not the place for you. All the people and coaches are great however the clientele mostly consists of people w/ day jobs who just want to get in a good workout and have fun doing it. My favorite CrossFit teachers are Sofi and Dariel. Finally as for price I think it is fair, under $300 if you sign a 12 month contract. Pretty standard New York pricing and to be honest, only a little more than you'd pay at any good CrossFit box... and with so much more to offer. read more

Wow, this is a LUXE facility. From the hardwood walls, the gilchrist and soames amenities, the beautiful equipment, and the knowledgable staff; This place knows how to SPOIL their members. I've been trying to get in shape for the past few years and finally found a spot i can call home. The classes are around the clock and class sizes max at 15! 5 stars isn't enough! read more

My pal and I hit up CrossFit Solace via Classpass last night, and of the 30 or so classes I have taken so far, this is the only one I straight up left. The venue was actually beautiful but they had way too many people packed into basically what felt like a lobby, totally exposed to passerbys on the street. The instructor (Nick, I think) seemed like he was just randomly coming up with exercises for us to do on the spot, without any explanation as to the goal of the class, why he was having us do things in such a haphazard way, or what the point of the particular exercise even was. Further, some of the moves in the class were rather advanced, even though the class is not advertised as such. The instructor offered no modifications and honestly seemed to be just showing off some of the things he could do, and then having the class veterans join him. The point of these classes is to learn and to improve. At a basic level yoga, spin, HIIT class, etc. I expect a certain level of attention and instruction. When I realized that the aim here was to simply show off skills you've already learned, my pal and I bounced and had a better workout walking 7 miles up to our apartment in Harlem. read more

Solace sculpt - yoga / barre / strength (light weights) all in one. The exercises went real fast. You definitely have to keep up with the pace and as long as you do, you'll have a good workout. No socks or shoes. This class takes place in the yoga studio. Solace body - high intensity circuit training. There's probably nothing you don't know how to do. Kettle bell swings, burpees, rowers, box step ups, sit ups, etc. Oh -- solace has an in house bike that you'll be using in the body class. Let me tell you, that was the hardest part of the class for me and I hated that bike. I couldn't keep up or even make 10 calories before a minute and therefore, couldn't move onto my next exercise. The instructor does come around and check up on everyone though and modifies as he sees fit. Plus! Btw, there is one front desk guy who I found very rude. Upon arriving, I had to wait for him to finish chattin it up with his friend before he checked me in. I told him it was my first time there and he asked me to sign the class pass sign in sheet. He didn't direct me to where the sculpt class was not told me where anything was. I had no clue where to go since the locker/changing room was camaflauged with the walls. I had to ask passerbys. My second time back was different though. The front desk guy was extremely nice and attentive. Hopefully the next time I come back, I won't deal or see the rude front desk guy! read more

Nice open space, but I took a Sculpt class and it was located in a windowless room. However, the class itself was pretty small so it didn't feel claustrophobic. the exercises/movements were easy to follow along and you could feel your muscles toning, but i didn't think it was a GREAT workout. some exercises were better than others but the instructor was pretty great (i forget her name, but she also teaches at shadowbox). locker rooms include ~3/4 showers and seemed pretty clean. i suggest bringing your own products. they have hair dryers/straighteners/ and a curling iron if you want to primp after your workout.... i would visit again. read more

I was a member at Solace for about a year and few months. I left Solace about 6 months ago. I was encouraged to provide feedback as to why I left. I sent my feedback to one of the Solace owners. Disappointingly, never received a reply to my email. One of the staff members told me...they received my email and management did not take it seriously and were unprofessional about it. I felt my feedback was positive despite my experience. I included my feedback below. I would also like to add that 1 of the male coaches, kicked my butt on several different occasions with his foot. I asked him to stop, I told him it was inappropriate and he didn't seem to comprehend. He also put his hands on me inappropriately on a different occasion during class. He also tried to rub his privates on my knee while i was sitting on another occasion. People may say it was a joke but sexual harassment or assault is not something to joke about. Grown men should be mature enough to know right from wrong. I don't feel I need to justify why I never reported it. However, I will share that I gave him the benefit of the doubt as a person, a human being. At the end of the day, he's the one who has to live with himself and despite all of this I still wish him well. My feedback to management: -I felt the Solace culture and community promoted body shaming. Example, #noflatbutts was allowed to be written on the walls of the gym. I saw this on the walls on many occasions and also heard this chanted by members and coaches. I felt confused because the gym is suppose to promote positivity, community, camaraderie and also should be a mature, friendly, warm and welcoming environment. These are all the foundations that crossfit was founded on and it is what makes crossfit so rewarding. To observe Solace members and coaches display and participate in body shaming was extremely disheartening. -Friendly, nice, pleasant, welcoming and compassionate are intrinsic qualities of a positive culture and community. However, at Solace I heard coaches criticize members behind their backs. Some coaches were moody and unfortunately let it get the best of them by taking it out on members. Anger and aggression appear to be a unfortunate, reoccurring theme at Solace. Ie: Nina's angry message on Facebook group. I also recall hearing a coach / coach in training call members 'idiots'. These are unmistakable examples of unprofessionalism and disrespect. Respect and professionalism are the foundations of a positive environment . - The gym should be a positive and professional space. However, relationship dynamics between coaches and members or coaches and coaches, etc, etc, were at times awkward and strained due boundaries being crossed. Again, respect and professionalism are the foundations of a positive environment. -At times coaches seem to be more distracted than focused on coaching classes. Some coaches were constantly looking at their phones, i.e.: texting, social media, etc. Or distracted chatting with members or other coaches, which resulted in coaches being late to class. I hope Solace works on improving and promoting structure, respect and mindfulness. I go to the gym to de-stress and to re-energize in a positive environment. However, I found this goal to be challenging in Solace, as my battery became exhausted and drained from these experiences. All of the above are conditions and behaviors that your team has allowed and promoted and each one of you are accountable for it. I took the time to recall some unpleasant experiences and I was honest about them. These are complaints that other members have expressed to me but not sure if they could be as honest in the flesh, as I was to you. I believe in the values of putting in the work to be better than yesterday and better everyday in any situation. I hope your team receives my feedback as a opportunity to gain. Reebok said it best, be more human. Sometimes being human hurts our pride and heart. But I also know very well, that being more human can drive us to be better and stronger than yesterday. Which ever you and your team chooses, I hope the end result is positive. Good luck and all my best. read more

I come here because it's close to my work and Classpass lets you add into classes last minute. Facilities are really clean and well-kept. Fresh towels, clean lockers, showers and generall the locker rooms don't get crazy crowded. Yoga classes are pretty beginner level flow classes. The power flow classes don't really move very fast, and we never do very challenging arm balances or intermediate/advanced poses. I pretty much never work up a sweat -- but I generally go for more intense, fast-paced yoga classes. The teachers seem experienced in leading the flow of class, but they generally don't provide too much adjustment or personal coaching even though the class sizes are pretty small. Solace Body is like any other interval training classes. Some trainers push you, others don't; some are good, others not so much. I generally don't like interval classes because there's too much downtime in between moving stations or when the instructor is demonstrating/explaining. I feel like you never really hit a real flow during a workout. Again, you don't really sweat that much, but this class will leave you sore if you go with the more heavy/difficult mods. Maybe try Crossfit here someday... read more

One of the best boxes in NYC. The trainers are very attentive and it still has that new gym smell! The programming is also always changing, so I never feel bored! Wish I could keep up with my membership, but I'm happy to know there's a place like Solace around. read more

Really cool location for a workout session. They have an open workout area and a closed off room towards the back. I've only worked out in their open area and its great to not be shut out from the rest of the world. One minor complaint that I have is that they have a hanging bucket which can get in the way of instructors leading a class. But other than that, the location and ambience is great! And a grassy green turf with wooden benches and walls to add to the earthy look gives you a sense of calm and peace while still kicking ass during your workout. Bathrooms - Jeez I feel like I've been transported to a fancy schmancy resort everytime I step into their bathroom. On top of having everything you may need (lotion, hair dryers, Q Tips, etc) their bathroom is always squeaky clean, beautifully designed and never too crowded. read more

I've never actually tried their CrossFit program before, but based on the facility and equipment offered, I'm sure it's amazing! I've taken several classes here via classpass and have loved them all. Solace Sculpt is great for low intensity, toning type workouts (think yoga x barre; light weights and stretching in between). They offer a variety of yoga classes as well - all of which are decent, but definitely not the most challenging yoga classes out there. Lastly, I've also tried "freestyle" which I believe is now called Solace Body, which consists of circuit style workouts with "obstacles." Great classes and great space - bathroom is huge and has nice showers and actually functional lockers! read more

Solace is by far the most fantastic CrossFit facility in Manhattan. It thrives to produce well-rounded, healthy athletes. From mobility to crossfit to barbell to yoga to bodyweight classes, Solace has it all. I had a non crossfit related shoulder injury, and Solace was great about 1) subbing moves for me so I could still do the WODs and 2) freezing my membership while in recovery after surgery on my shoulder. They care about their clients. They're community based and want their members to feel like they belong. Plus, the bathrooms...they're beautiful! read more

Best CrossFit gym in the city, hands down. Whether you're looking for heavy weights or hair dryers, you will find it here. The variety of offerings is what I like best: Olympic Lifting (4x per week!!) Mobility Yoga CrossFit Nutrition Krav Maga Freestyle Strength If you're ever in NYC or at a box currently, give Solace a try. You will 100% not regret it. read more

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Forget about the amenities. The coaches here are incredible. This is the only box I've been to that integrates freestyle and yoga so that everyone can scale a WOD and build strength. The look on my coach's face when I finally nailed my first squat (a problem that previously prevented me from being able to just do "elements" or "foundations" and just start regular WODs at other boxes) says it all about the thought, dedication and passion that went into designing this box and making it the best. Coaches put form and safety above all else. This doesn't mean they don't push and encourage you to get better and better (which they do). They just want crossfit done right. The yoga studio is available to members and also as a separate yoga-only program. The yoga is phenomenal. I've turned my head in a class and seen a founder or coach right alongside me. Oh, and the mobility classes are top-notch also. Now let's get to the details: you like to lift (and drop) huge weight? Check out the floor designed specifically for that. (And the kick-ass strength coach). You want to master the muscle-up? Coach will give you recommendations on how to get there (and not just in a private training session). Eating paleo? They've got a fridge full of paleo-friendly food. Still got a knot after mobility class? They've got a massage therapist downstairs. The pretty walls, plants, lockers, nice soaps and lotions, towel service and other "amenities" are the icing on the cake. What makes Solace the best box in NYC are the people who run it and the welcoming community of athletes who train there. read more

I had no idea what I was getting myself into signing up for the Body class through ClassPass. When I arrived at the beautiful studio, I realized I was probably in the wrong class. Solace is a CrossFit gym, and the six people in my class (both men and women) were JACKED. Not only have I never done CrossFit before, I have absolutely no interest in it. I was a bit scared going into the class so I warned the instructor, Greg, that I didn't think I was prepared. I told him my usual workouts consisted of dance and rowing and that I was in over my head here. Though it definitely was not my type of workout, I cannot speak more highly of the facilities and the instructor. The locker rooms were amazing-incredibly clean, plenty of showers and bathroom stalls, self-locking lockers, all wood, etc. In regards to the instructor, Greg went out of his way after class to show me the room where barre classes are held and introduced me to a dancer who took those classes. I thought it was awesome that he didn't 1.) try to push the Body class on me, because I was not loving it 2.) made sure I was aware of other classes the studio had that catered to my interests more and 3.) took the time throughout the 45 minute class to help me figure out the various exercises that the rest of the class seemed to have nailed down far before I was able to. I left with a really positive impression of Solace and can't wait to try their ballet-based class! read more

I use ClassPass and I was recommended this gym by a friend who has been using ClassPass for over a year. I took 2 Body classes with Alex and she kicked my ass! It was fun, motivating, challenging, and everyone was friendly. Despite the differences in level of fitness no one in this studio ever gave the vibe of being too good/elitist. This is probably one of my favorite gyms and classes that ClassPass has to offer. AMAZING! read more